For a super simple and quick project, give your drab lampshade a little oomph by updating it with some austere ribbon or blingy fringe to suit your room’s style. Here are two super speedy projects I whipped up in less than an hour!
Materials: Plain lampshade, fabric scissors, fabric glue, ribbon or similar embellishment.
Step 1: Before applying glue, wind the ribbon around the top and/or bottom of the shade to get your measurements. Add an extra inch to play it safe.
Step 2: I’ve had better luck applying glue to the ribbon in about 6-8 inch sections versus applying glue directly to the lampshade. To start, find the spot on the lampshade where the original fabric or paper overlaps and begin to attach your ribbon there. Repeat the process for the bottom rim.
Step 3: Give the glue some time to dry, following the directions, and then reattach to your lamp, and Viola, you’ve got a snazzy new shade. Is that Cheap and Easy or what?! It’s a great way to give your lampshade some new zing. Here are two after shots from my kids’ rooms.
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